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Secondary Math Curriculum

Secondary Math Curriculum. Legend:. Required courses of Study Specified Areas of Study Advanced Areas of Study. Mr. Faron Hrynewich. Foundations of Mathematics 20. Foundations of Mathematics 30. Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10. Pre-Calculus 20. Pre-Calculus 30.

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Secondary Math Curriculum

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  1. Secondary Math Curriculum Legend: Required courses of Study Specified Areas of Study Advanced Areas of Study Mr. FaronHrynewich Foundations of Mathematics 20 Foundations of Mathematics 30 Foundations of Mathematics and Pre-Calculus 10 Pre-Calculus 20 Pre-Calculus 30 Calculus 30 Workplace and Apprenticeship 10 Workplace and Apprenticeship 20 Workplace and Apprenticeship 30

  2. Why are the secondary level mathematics courses changing? • Extensive research indicates that the current mathematics program is not effectively meeting the needs of all students • The new math program is based on collaborative efforts of the seven western and northern Canadian jurisdictions. (BC, AB, SK, MB, NWT, YK, NU) • The mathematics courses will be consistent among these jurisdictions • The new programs will reflect current research and best practices – reducing the amount of content and focusing on deeper understanding

  3. What is the new Mathematics program? • Courses and pathways are defined by the mathematics that business, industry, and post-secondary institutes indicated that students need • Courses are based upon interest and need rather than perceived ability • Targeting student future pursuits and interests increases student learning and understanding • All courses and pathways expect the same level of rigour and deep understanding – not streaming into easy, medium and hard

  4. New Math Pathways

  5. Why are there only 2 grade 10 courses? • There would be too much overlap of concepts to split the content into 3 courses • Simplifies the prerequisite course options for grade 10 students • Taking both courses leaves all doors open for grade 11 • The intent is for student to select a pathway for grade 11

  6. When will the new courses be implemented? • The new 10 level (Grade 10 courses will be implemented in the 2010-2011 school year • The new 20 level (Grade 11 courses will be implemented in the 2011-2012 school year • The new 30 level (Grade 12 courses will be implemented in the 2012-2013 school year

  7. Can a student take more than one pathway? • Yes! • In fact, the Ministry recommends that most students enrol in both Grad 10 math courses. • Students may choose to complete courses in any or all of the pathways

  8. Workplace and Apprenticeship Math • Content in this pathway was chosen to meet the needs of students intending to pursue careers in the trades and general workplaces. • Students who enjoy hands-on work would be well-suited for this pathway. • 30% to 40% of all Grade 12 graduates are entering fields for which the mathematics in this pathway is appropriate.

  9. Pre-Calculus • Content in this pathway was chosen to meet the needs of students interested in pursuing careers in science-related areas. • 10% to 20% of all Grade 12 graduates are entering fields for which the mathematics in this pathway is appropriate.

  10. Foundations of Mathematics • Content in this pathway was chosen to meet the needs of students intending to pursue careers in areas that typically require university, but are not math intensive, such as the humanities, fine arts, social sciences, and nursing. • 40% to 60% of all Grade 12 graduates are entering fields for which the mathematics in this pathway is appropriate.

  11. Can a student change pathways? • Yes, but they need to have the prerequisite pathway courses • Because the content of courses in each pathway is unique, a course from one pathway will not provide the background knowledge necessary to be successful in another pathway

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